Accountant/Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Accountant/Controller - Full Time
Field of Greens | West Palm Beach, FL

We are a rapidly growing Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) brand, seeking an Accountant/Controller. In this hands-on financial leadership role, you will oversee all accounting and financial reporting functions while guiding our continued growth. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a strong restaurant accounting background, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting and financial operations for multiple restaurant locations.
• Prepare and analyze weekly and monthly financial statements and restaurant P&L reports.
• Monitor and analyze food cost, beverage cost, labor cost, and operating expenses.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models to drive profitability.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiencies.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and financial controls.
• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
• Manage payroll processing and ensure compliance with federal and state payroll regulations.
• Prepare and file quarterly payroll tax reports and other required tax filings.
• Coordinate year-end financial reporting and work with external CPA firms during audits and tax preparation.
• Reconcile bank accounts, credit card statements, and balance sheet accounts.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Collaborate with ownership and operations leadership to support strategic decision-making.
• Develop and maintain internal financial controls and accounting procedures.
• Assist with acquisitions, new restaurant openings, and company growth initiatives.

Requirements

• CPA designation preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• Minimum 5+ years of Controller or senior accounting experience in the restaurant industry.
• Experience with multi-unit Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) required.
• Strong understanding of restaurant financial statements and operational metrics.
• Extensive experience analyzing restaurant P&Ls.
• Strong knowledge of food cost, labor cost, prime cost, inventory controls, payroll, and sales tax.
• Proficiency in Toast POS and Toast Payroll strongly preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience with accounting software such as QuickBooks or similar ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Schedule
This position is not remote. You will be required to work in the West Palm Beach corporate office Monday to Friday.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive salary based on experience: $90,000.00 per year.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health & Dental Insurance.
• Employee Meal Discount.
• Opportunities for professional growth with a rapidly expanding restaurant company.

Join the Team
This is an opportunity to become a key member of our leadership team and play a significant role in the financial success of one of South Florida's fastest-growing restaurant brands. If you are ready to drive profitability and support our continued expansion, we encourage you to apply!